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23222 Georgia Ave
Brookeville, MD 20833 United States Get Directions
​301-924-2127​
http://dnr.maryland.gov/publiclands/Pages/central/patuxentriver.aspx
Located in Howard and Montgomery counties, along the upper 12 miles of the Patuxent River, the park is comprised of 6,700 acres of natural areas and farmlands. Recreational use is primarily hunting, fishing, hiking and horseback riding. Paths are unmarked. Paths lead from parking areas at Long Corner, Mullinix Mill, Route 94, Hipsley Mill, Howard Chapel and Route 97 road crossings over the river. Hunting is permitted only in designated areas. A portion of the park is a state wildlands area.
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Meet the Reptiles

Patuxent River State Park 23222 Georgia Ave, Brookeville, MD, United States

Reptiles make up one of the most interesting groups of animals found in Patuxent River State Park. This will be a multimedia presentation to allow you to learn more about the varied and extraordinary creatures. Meet at the Nature Center.

Campfire Stories

Patuxent River State Park 23222 Georgia Ave, Brookeville, MD, United States

Join Patuxent River State Park staff around the campfire for stories of native animals, farm history, maybe a song or two... and, of course, s'mores! Event is contingent upon weather. Meet at the Nature Center.

Winter is Coming

Patuxent River State Park 23222 Georgia Ave, Brookeville, MD, United States

While the weather is still warm and summer-like to us, plants and animals have to make some significant changes in order to survive the cold months ahead. Learn about some of these adaptations, play a bird migration game (try to survive the migratory challenges!) and turn natural items into artwork. Meet at the Nature Center.

Signs of Fall Scavenger Hunt

Patuxent River State Park 23222 Georgia Ave, Brookeville, MD, United States

Stop by the Patuxent River State Park Nature Center during the day and pick up a Scavenger Hunt Guide, looking for signs of fall as you walk through the park.

EEK! Spiders!

Patuxent River State Park 23222 Georgia Ave, Brookeville, MD, United States

Learn about spiders, make your own spider web, and attempt to find and identify spiders within Patuxent River State Park. Meet at the Nature Center.

Meet the Reptiles

Patuxent River State Park 23222 Georgia Ave, Brookeville, MD, United States

Reptiles make up one of the most interesting groups of animals found in Patuxent River State Park. This will be a multimedia presentation to allow you to learn more about these varied and extraordinary creatures. Meet at the Nature Center.

Fall Nature Journaling

Patuxent River State Park 23222 Georgia Ave, Brookeville, MD, United States

Create your own nature journal and learn how to use it to sharpen your observations of the natural world around you. Meet at the Nature Center.

Stream Study

Patuxent River State Park 23222 Georgia Ave, Brookeville, MD, United States

What's in the water? Look for crayfish, mayfly larvae, salamanders, and do some simple water quality tests in the Patuxent River. Closed-toe shoes or sturdy sandals that can get wet […]

Meet the Reptiles

Patuxent River State Park 23222 Georgia Ave, Brookeville, MD, United States

Reptiles make up one of the most interesting groups of animals found in Patuxent River State Park. This will be a multimedia presentation to allow you to learn more about […]

Volunteer Opportunity: Weed Warriors

Patuxent River State Park 23222 Georgia Ave, Brookeville, MD, United States

Join a state park ranger and help to remove some of the invasive plants that threaten Maryland's natural ecosystems. Close-toed shoes, bug spray, and work gloves are recommended. Ages 10 […]